Head Custodian

Wake County Public School System • Raleigh, NC

60d • Onsite

About The Position

The Head Custodian plans, assigns, monitors, reviews, and supervises custodial work at assigned school sites or facilities. The position inspects contractor work and communicates incomplete or unsatisfactory work to the appropriate contact. It trains and advises custodians, demonstrates work methods and procedures, communicates and enforces workplace and district policies and safety rules, performs custodial duties, maintains required documentation, and attends required training. The role is based in a school environment and may include temporary work at a different assigned site.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of directly related experience.
• Demonstrated successful supervisory or leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of standard custodial methods, materials, and equipment.
• Working knowledge of cleaning procedures and cleaning materials.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Google Apps.
• Ability to supervise and work effectively with others.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in completing assignments.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools.
• Ability to attend and successfully complete required WCPSS employee training provided after employment.
• Ability to ensure custodians complete assigned work orders.
• Ability to use assigned equipment safely according to manufacturer specifications.
• Ability to learn and consistently follow safety precautions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, external agencies, attorneys, parents, and the public.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing custodial work in a commercial or school setting.
• Supervisory experience in a custodial-related role in a commercial or school setting.

Responsibilities

• Assign areas, projects, and work orders to custodians.
• Train custodians through hands-on demonstrations and personal example.
• Evaluate custodians’ daily work, make appropriate recommendations, and provide performance feedback and input to the school administrator for annual evaluations.
• Inspect contractor work and communicate incomplete or unsatisfactory work to the appropriate contact.
• Ensure the school or facility is sanitized, cleaned, and maintained, including floors, restrooms, waste disposal, windows, locker rooms, walkways, and grounds; shovel snow and apply de-icing compounds when necessary.
• Review custodial supply inventory and place orders according to procedures.
• Move and arrange furniture as needed.
• Perform maintenance checks and minor or preventative maintenance on custodial equipment; report major repair needs, safety concerns, and property damage to the supervisor.
• Open and secure buildings and turn lights on or off at the start and end of workdays, as scheduled.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies and inclement-weather calls as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including temporary work at a different assigned site.
• Maintain and submit required written documents and attend required trainings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED